Composite Solutions for the

Automotive Industry
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Reduce weight. Reduce costs. Increase quality.

Henkel offers composite solutions for the automotive industry.

Composite matrix resins

> Loctite MAX series including release agents for fiber reinforced components.

Composite adhesives
> TEROSON series for multi-substrate bonding and composite assembly.

Process know-how and engineering

> For Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) and assembly of composite parts.

LOCTITE® MAX and TEROSON® Series: For cost-effective and reliable composite solutions.

1. 2.
Semifinished Preforming
part

Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) Process for Composites

1. Semifinished part 2. Preforming
Carbon fibers or glass fibers are prepared for the resin The semifinished part is preformed mechanically.
transfer molding process.

5. Injection & curing 6. Post-curing (optionally)

The components of the To ensure a full cure,
composite matrix resin post-curing can be
LOCTITE® MAX series are performed
mixed and injected into (e.g. 1 hour at 150 °C).
the mold.
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LOCTITE® MAX Composite Resin Solutions

Designed for RTM with glass or carbon fibers enabling short cycle times suitable for
automotive mass production.

Process efficiency Key Characteristics

> Fast curing allows demolding after 1 to 5 minutes
> Low viscosity ensures fast and efficient injection Characteristics LOCTITE MAX 2 LOCTITE MAX 3
without stress to fibers
> Process speed can be adjusted with additives Glass Transition
115 125
Temperature
Mechanics Mold Release External External / Internal
> Safe, controllable process with low reaction exothermy
> Superior fatigue resistance under dynamics loads
K1C 1,2 MPa m1/2 1,3 MPa m1/2
Application area Paintability after
> Structural components demolding
–
> Exterior components
> Interior components Tensile Strength 80 MPa 90 MPa

Tensile Modulus 2,8 GPa 3,1 GPa

3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Mold Inserting Injection Post-curing Surface Bonding
preparation preform & curing (optionally) preparation

3. Mold preparation 4. Inserting preform into mold

The mold can be prepared with an external release The preformed part is inserted into
agent like LOCTITE® Frekote 1C or 2C. the prepared mold.

7. Surface preparation 8. Bonding

The surface of the molded part is prepared for further The finished part is assembled
processing. Henkel provides the ideal solutions for that into place. Henkel provides
area. the ideal solutions for
every bonding application.
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TEROSON® Composite Bonding Solutions

Henkel’s product portfolio offers complementary solutions for the entire automotive
manufacturing process. Our high-quality tailored adhesives are the perfect match for
your production and assembly of composites or multi-substrates.

TEROSON® EP 5055 TEROSON® PU 1510

> Applications: structural bonding and torsion stiffness
> Substrates: CFRP, steel and aluminum
> 2-component epoxy-based adhesive
> Cold and warm curing possible, curing speed
adjustable by heat
> High-strength adhesion and high impact resistance
> Applications: structural bonding of composite parts
> Substrates: CFRP, e-coated steel, aluminum, various plastics
> 1-component adhesive based on encapsulated isocyanates
> Unlimited open time and fast curing at > 85 °C
> High elasticity, high strength and outstanding
adhesion performance

TEROSON® PU 6700 ME TEROSON® PU 1103

> Applications: structural bonding of plastic parts
> Substrates: CFRP, e-coated steel, aluminum, various plastics
> 2-component polyurethane-based adhesive
> Cures at room temperature, curing speed adjustable by heat
> Micro Emission® quality
> Excellent corrosion resistance and high strength
> Applications: high-elasticity flange sealing
> Substrates: CFRP, e-coated steel, aluminum, various plastics
> 1-component sealant based on encapsulated isocyanates
> Unlimited open time and fast curing at > 95 °C
> Exceptional elasticity (> 200 %) and outstanding
adhesion performance

TEROSON® PU 860 ME TEROSON® MS 9399

> Application: structural bonding of composite
and e-coated parts
> Substrates: CFRP, e-coated steel, aluminium, various plastics
> 2-component polyurethane-based adhesive
> Micro Emission® quality
> Sustainable, label-free product
> High elongation AND high strength at the same time
> Application: elastic bonding
> Substrates: CFRP, steel, aluminum, various plastics
> 2-component adhesive solvent, isocyanate and silicone free
> Curing independent of humidity
> High elasticity (elongation at 150 %), excellent UV resistance
and weathering stability

Application Area Product Technology Process Curing Heat Elongation Shear

time Stability [%] Strength
[min] [°C] [MPa]
Structural bonding TEROSON® Epoxy 2P / RT 240 200 <5 18 - 22
EP 5055
Structural bonding TEROSON® Polyurethane 2P / RT 120 80 < 10 12 - 16
PU 6700 ME Micro emission quality
Structural & Elastic TEROSON® Polyurethane 2P / RT 90 80 > 200 12 - 16
bonding PU 860 ME Micro emission quality
Structural bonding / TEROSON® Polyurethane 1P / > 85 °C 0.5 150 - 120 10 -14
Fast curing PU 1510 microencapsulated
Elastic bonding / TEROSON® Polyurethane 1P / > 95 °C 2 150 > 200 -4
Sealing PU 1103 microencapsulated
Elastic bonding TEROSON® Modified Silane Polymer 2P / RT 90 - 180 120 - 150 -2
MS 9399
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Benefits
Our high-quality LOCTITE® MAX and TEROSON® series are the perfect match for your
composite production.

Lightweight
Loctite MAX series allows weight reduction of components by structure-optimization due to high mechanical performance

Sustainability
Reduction of fuel consumption and CO² emissions; safe and controllable process with environmental-friendly chemistry

Cost Reduction
Short cycle times and no pre-treatment for paintings and adhesives

Process Efficiency
Suitable for automotive mass production due to short injection and curing times

Henkel is a solution provider along the entire process chain, especially in the areas
of mold preparation, injection & curing, surface preparation and bonding.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Semifinished Preforming Mold Inserting Injection Post-curing Surface Bonding
part preparation preform & curing (optionally) preparation
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